The Capitol School Photo - High School Students volunteering in "Renew Our Rivers" cleanup.

Best Tuscaloosa Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 private elementary schools serving 2,835 students in Tuscaloosa, AL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa, AL include Holy Spirit Continuation School, The Capitol School, and Tuscaloosa Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Alabama private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.
71% of private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Tuscaloosa Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
American Christian Academy
American Christian Academy Photo - School Program
(Christian)
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 student Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Capitol School
The Capitol School Photo - High School Students volunteering in "Renew Our Rivers" cleanup.
(2)
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Holy Spirit Catholic School
(Catholic)
(2)
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Spirit Continuation School
(Catholic)
contactus@holyspirit-al.com
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-9630
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Tuscaloosa Academy
Tuscaloosa Academy Photo - Tuscaloosa Academy
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
Gr: PK-12 | 446 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
(Christian)
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
North River Christian Academy
(Christian)
(2)
1785 Mcfarland Blvd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 349-4881
Gr: K-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 24 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Tuscaloosa, Alabama Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Riverwood Classical School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School (Presbyterian)
501 Rice Valley Rd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-5502
Gr: K-11 | 54 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa, AL include Holy Spirit Continuation School, The Capitol School, and Tuscaloosa Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in Tuscaloosa?
7 private elementary schools are located in Tuscaloosa.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa?
Tuscaloosa private elementary schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Tuscaloosa?
71% of private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private elementary schools in Tuscaloosa include: Tuscaloosa Academy vs. American Christian Academy

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